Serif Normal Kobav 14 is a regular weight, wide, high contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: book text, editorial, magazines, academic, reports, classic, literary, formal, refined, authoritative, readability, editorial voice, classic tone, print tradition, text workhorse, bracketed serifs, transitional, crisp, bookish.
A conventional serif with crisp, bracketed serifs and clear thick–thin modulation. The letterforms show a steady, upright posture and a balanced rhythm, with relatively open counters and clean joins that keep the texture even in paragraph settings. Proportions feel on the broader side in capitals, while lowercase maintains a familiar, readable build with moderate ascenders/descenders and sturdy, well-anchored stems. Numerals are lining and similarly restrained, matching the text color and contrast of the alphabet.
Well-suited to book typography, long-form editorial layouts, and publication design where a familiar serif voice is preferred. It also fits formal communication—reports, academic material, and institutional branding—where clarity and tradition matter. The crisp contrast and stable proportions can carry headings and pull quotes while remaining comfortable in continuous text.
The overall tone is traditional and composed, suggesting printed literature and established institutions. It reads as confident and polished rather than decorative, with a quiet elegance that supports long-form reading. The high-contrast strokes add a touch of refinement and seriousness without feeling overly ornate.
Likely designed as a dependable, general-purpose text serif with a classic print sensibility. The intent appears to prioritize readability, consistency across cases and numerals, and a refined typographic color suitable for editorial and literary contexts.
Round letters (like O and Q) appear smoothly drawn with controlled modulation, and terminals stay consistent and sharp, reinforcing a tidy, editorial color on the page. In the sample text, spacing and stroke contrast create a clean, slightly formal texture that holds up well at display and text sizes.